Thoracotomy Wound Dehiscence After Lung Transplant Is an Effective Surgical Solution: A Case Report

López, Eloisa Ruiz; Madueño, Francisco Cerezo; García, Francisco Javier González; Fos, Anna Muñoz; Chávez, David Poveda; Kindelan, Antonio Álvarez; Velázquez, Ángel Salvatierra; Casado, Paula Moreno

doi:10.1016/j.transproceed.2019.11.035

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“…Wound dehiscence can occur even after careful suturing and closure, and is a potential complication in lung transplantation, especially in patients with a clamshell incision [ 103 – 105 ]. Wound dehiscence is commonly seen in the first week after surgery, but may present later due to poor wound healing.…”

Section: Local Wound Complications After Lung Transplantmentioning

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Early postoperative complications in lung transplant recipients

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Indian J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg

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Lung transplantation has become an established therapy for end-stage lung diseases. Early postoperative complications can impact immediate, mid-term, and long-term outcomes. Appropriate management, prevention, and early detection of these early postoperative complications can improve the overall transplant course. In this review, we highlight the incidence, detection, and management of these early postoperative complications in lung transplant recipients.

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Section: Local Wound Complications After Lung Transplantmentioning

confidence: 99%